Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner (PBS)

Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner (PBS)

Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology

Employment Type: Permanent – Part Time

Location: AC PBS South West – The Shires & Avon

Compensation: £35,000 / year

Overview

We are looking for a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner to join our team in The Shires & Avon counties. You will be part of a compassionate team committed to patient well‑being. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans.
• Undertake routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.
• Collaborate with the hospital’s Multi‑Disciplinary Team (MDT).

What you’ll bring to the role

Ideally you hold a formal qualification in Positive Behaviour Support or a related field, with experience conducting behavioural assessments and developing effective interventions for individuals with challenging behaviours. You have a background in supporting people with learning disabilities and/or autism, a solid understanding of relevant legal frameworks and the ability to work in demanding situations. Strong leadership, communication, and report‑writing skills are essential, along with experience delivering PBS training and reducing restrictive practices. A full driver’s licence and a vehicle for business use are also required.

What we’ll give you in return

• Free on‑site parking
• Supplemented meals
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Birthday Holiday – Your Birthday as an extra day of annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Application

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified. In such cases, adverts should be closed immediately and remaining applicants informed of the reason. To apply, email apply@example.com.

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